Underplayed Gems

Mate in Eleven (2025)

Mate in Eleven cover
Developer
bbsify
Publisher
HighFrequencyGaming
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Indie, Strategy, Free To Play
Rating
4.4 of 5, 9 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 38 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

a methodical auto-battler that feels like a pure test of positioning and mind games, stripping away randomness for cold, tactical pressure

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What players say

Players praise the concept of an engine-based chess autobattler but note the low player count limits real PvP and the game can get repetitive. One reviewer also reports no online multiplayer.

Screenshots

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